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Cheapest round-trip
$180
Typical prices: $313-$477
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/30Tue 11/6
DAY - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $263-$373
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/9
DAY - IAH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dayton and Houston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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DAY - IAH
Cheapest • 5% average savings
DAY - HOU
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February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dayton to Houston (DAY-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dayton to Houston

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
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9:04 pm - 2:44 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
18h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:18 am - 8:24 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
11h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$180Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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9:04 pm - 2:44 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
18h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:18 am - 8:24 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
11h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$191Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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9:04 pm - 2:44 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
18h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:18 am - 8:24 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
11h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$201Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:36 pm - 11:57 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 1:07 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
7h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:24 am - 4:31 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 1:07 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 10:08 amDAY  Dayton-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:27 am - 5:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DAY Dayton
6h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:24 am - 5:17 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:27 pm - 11:08 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
5h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$323Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 8
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11:18 am - 4:47 pmDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:20 pm - 10:47 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$323American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:33 pm - 12:30 amDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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5:00 am - 10:58 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:33 pm - 12:30 amDAY  Dayton-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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3:34 pm - 11:58 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DAY Dayton
7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$397United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dayton to Houston flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dayton to Houston?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dayton to Houston, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 57% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to Houston?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to Houston at $308 round-trip.
  • May ($451) and July ($444) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Dayton to Houston flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$117
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Dayton to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from Dayton to Houston

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Your Dayton to Houston flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dayton to Houston?

    Flights from Dayton to Houston usually depart from Dayton (DAY) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dayton to Houston?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dayton to Houston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dayton to Houston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dayton to Houston most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dayton to Houston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Dayton to Houston route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $313 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $601, a difference of $288. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston are Downtown Houston, George R. Brown Convention Center and Galleria Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Houston on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Dayton to Houston?

    A nonstop flight from Dayton to Houston takes 0h 00m, covering 942 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dayton to Houston?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Dayton to Houston changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $180 to $1,423. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dayton to Houston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dayton to Houston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $262, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dayton to Houston?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 29m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Dayton and Houston?

    Houston is 1 hour behind Dayton (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates from around $3:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates from around $20:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dayton to Houston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dayton to Houston range from $313 to $477, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

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